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AmbassadorsgameTim WernerCoastal America Youth SummitThe Trust Family Foundation Shark and Ray Touch TankNational GeographicSeabitsMay 2009January 2008New York TimesHard Rock CafeGOTThe EdgenautilusKen MalloryTron:LegacyWeymouthAmanda Thompsonnews coverageConnie MerigowinterPirates of the CaribbeanformU23DmembersplymouthcouponcouplesThe Reeflowell instituteW2ONPRPacific Reef Communityschooling fishAmy KnowltonThe Little MermaiddinosaursbirthdayKemp's ridley sea turtleresearchEastportconservationwalrussubmissionsPenguin PursuitThe Boston GlobeBPAquariussponsorRoast Beefentanglements3DBobcoral reefsAquarium lecturePatriot LedgerSeaMailwhale watchMaineCelebes SeaNews and updates about animals, programs and special events from the New England Aquariumhttp://news.neaq.org/noreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)Blogger206125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-2016114784243276338Tue, 08 May 2012 14:03:00 +00002012-05-08T10:03:14.538-04:00dolphinsresearchstrandingsNew England Aquarium marine animal rescuers and researchers, along with other collaborators, have recently published some very promising results in the journal Marine Mammal Science. The paper reports on the believed successful release of dolphins that were reintroduced into the wild after surviving a mass stranding event. File: Atlantic white-sided dolphin seen during an Aquarium Whale Watchhttp://news.neaq.org/2012/05/aquarium-researches-dolphin-rescue.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-9215419752132451505Mon, 07 May 2012 17:44:00 +00002012-05-08T13:39:38.351-04:00Celebrate Seafoodseasonal seafood guideocean-friendlySustainable Seafood Programs Spring is well underway, and it’s time to enjoy some delicious, ocean-friendly seafood! Our seasonal seafood guide highlights three choices: Dungeness crab, farm raised striped bass and long-fin squid. These selections are delicious, sustainable and available right now. Look for your guide on the Celebrate Seafood page. If you’re wondering how to prepare squid, be sure to check out the http://news.neaq.org/2012/05/celebrate-seafood-with-our-seasonal.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-475142734813507021Sat, 05 May 2012 14:11:00 +00002012-05-08T10:58:33.029-04:00Cirque du Soleilmember offerWe're excited to let our members in on a special offer to save 20 percent on tickets to Cirque du Soleil's TOTEM! Beginning June 10 under the big top at Boston Marine Industrial Park on the waterfront,  TOTEM traces the fascinating journey of the human species from its original amphibian state to its ultimate desire to fly. Click here to save 20 percent on select performances! Use promo code: http://news.neaq.org/2012/05/dramatic-perks-for-aquarium-members.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-1133020637831878739Wed, 02 May 2012 16:50:00 +00002012-05-02T12:50:40.473-04:00Tough MudderTeam Tiburonflamesea turtlesThis is a post from a team of Aquarium staff and supporters who are participating in an extreme obstacle course event called the Tough Mudder this spring. They have been posting about their training methods, animals that inspire them to work hard and they will be raising funds to support the Aquarium. You can help them out by donating to support their efforts. Today's post comes from Deb http://news.neaq.org/2012/05/tough-mudder-tough-turtles-and-elasmo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-175317365318162166Sat, 28 Apr 2012 14:35:00 +00002012-04-28T10:35:00.114-04:00herring run clean-upreboundschooling fishmedia releaseherringNew England Aquarium biologists are cautiously optimistic about a rite of Spring that could be on the rebound. River herring are returning to the Back River in Weymouth and other coastal New England waters in encouraging numbers this year! Alewife and blueback herring are species of herring that can be found in New England waters. (Photo credit: Jim Nagus, TN Wildlife Resources) For http://news.neaq.org/2012/04/little-fish-with-big-impact-starting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-3442179367056024208Tue, 24 Apr 2012 19:55:00 +00002012-05-01T12:48:44.563-04:00World Oceans Dayhands-on activitiesgiveawaysocean-friendly Here at the Aquarium, we like to think every day is oceans day. But there comes an occasion each year that we go all out and rejoice in our blue planet. And that day is quickly approaching! Sunday, June 3 11 a.m. — 4 p.m.  This year, we are celebrating World Oceans Day with our official media sponsor boston.com. Join us on Central Wharf to experience the full line-up of Oceans Day http://news.neaq.org/2012/04/celebrate-world-oceans-day-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-3588314576219207316Thu, 19 Apr 2012 15:01:00 +00002012-04-27T10:54:35.591-04:00caribouTo the Arctic 3Dclimate changeIMAXpolar bearswalrusWhile it may feel like summer is around the corner here in New England, the Simons IMAX Theatre is about to get a chilly dose of Arctic air. Our newest 3D IMAX film — To the Artic 3D, narrated by Oscar(R) winner Meryl Streep — playing now! Join us and discover the softer side of the frozen North as you tag along with a mother polar bear and her two growing cubs. Watch the trio pad across thehttp://news.neaq.org/2012/04/to-arctic-3d.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-1587339239972263297Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:17:00 +00002012-04-18T12:19:27.422-04:00Tough Mudderteamworkschooling fishsea lionsright whalesflameThis is the fourth in a series of posts from a team of Aquarium staff and supporters who are participating in an extreme obstacle course event called the Tough Mudder this spring. They will be posting about their training methods, animals that inspire them to work hard and they will be raising funds to support the Aquarium. You can help them out by donating to support their efforts. Today’shttp://news.neaq.org/2012/04/tough-mudder-teamwork.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-715423677538792795Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:47:00 +00002012-04-11T13:47:11.310-04:00videosseal lionsvisiting tipsFitness FridayIn case you haven't heard, the young California sea lions at the New Balance Foundation Marine Mammal Center are a real hoot to watch. Zoe and Sierra are always up to something — romping with the hose, playing slip and slide, learning new skills and amusing visitors every splash of the way. With so much to see, the trainers have amassed quite a collection of their antics on home videos. Sit http://news.neaq.org/2012/04/sea-lion-shenanigans.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-8338773714291072067Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:47:00 +00002012-04-11T15:21:57.314-04:00school vacationpicturesvisiting tipsSchool vacation is a fantastic break from routine when you can spend time with family, friends... and the marine animals at the New England Aquarium! Visitors of all ages are dazzled by our exhibits, the gigantic IMAX movies and even the real giants on display during a whale watch. From Lauren Margaret Alberini via facebook. Caption: I took my 8 month old daughter to her first of many trips http://news.neaq.org/2012/04/make-your-vacation-even-better-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-5798886287334199877Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:25:00 +00002012-05-18T17:22:48.154-04:00FacebooksubmissionsmyrtlephotosIt's hard to ignore the queen of the Giant Ocean Tank. Myrtle, the 560-pound green sea turtle, naps and swims where she wants and when she wants. She's also greeted millions of visitors in her years ruling the roost in the GOT. She's been with us since 1970! So were you one of those visitors? One of our favorite old photos posted to facebook of visitors with Myrtle in 1973  We have seen somehttp://news.neaq.org/2012/04/how-long-have-you-known-myrtle.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-9138092796495461606Wed, 04 Apr 2012 18:30:00 +00002012-04-04T17:03:01.500-04:00videoTough MudderTeam TiburonelasmotrainingThis is the third in a series of bi-weekly posts from a team of Aquarium staff and supporters who are participating in an extreme obstacle course event called the Tough Mudder this spring. They will be posting about their training methods, animals that inspire them to work hard and they will be raising funds to support the Aquarium. You can help them out by donating to support their http://news.neaq.org/2012/04/tough-mudder-training-montage-of.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-5579928650344919042Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:45:00 +00002012-04-04T14:20:32.771-04:00Tough MudderTeam Tiburondeb bobektrainingflame This is the second in a series of bi-weekly posts from a team of Aquarium staff and supporters who are participating in an extreme obstacle course event called the Tough Mudder this spring. They will be posting about their training methods, animals that inspire them to work hard and they will be raising funds to support the Aquarium. You can help them out by donating to support their efforts. http://news.neaq.org/2012/03/tough-mudder-inspiration-from-ocean.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-9119083468611389390Tue, 20 Mar 2012 20:40:00 +00002012-03-20T17:02:09.860-04:00eventwomen working for oceansW2Oeventsplasticspollution The co-founder of an international nonprofit who was sought out by actor Jeff Bridges to make his Boston-based R.I.P.D film set “plastic bottle free” will headline an April 10 event focused on the impact of disposable plastic in our oceans. In conjunction with Bridges, Plastics Pollution Coalition co-founder Dianna Cohen advised an initiative to replace disposable plastic bottles with filteredhttp://news.neaq.org/2012/03/preventing-plastic-pollution-in-oceans.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-8208220858816339518Mon, 19 Mar 2012 14:20:00 +00002012-03-19T10:44:13.688-04:00lobster shell diseaseBoston GlobeMichael TlustyYou may have noticed the headlines in today's Boston Globe business section about the Aquarium's research on lobster shell disease. The disease is caused by bacteria that settles on a lobster’s shell, and it can have major impacts on the lobster fishery. See an example of lobster shell disease and link through to the full article via the Globe's Tumblr post about the story. A healthy http://news.neaq.org/2012/03/understanding-lobster-shell-disease.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-1853875370919357457Wed, 14 Mar 2012 22:06:00 +00002012-03-14T18:06:00.405-04:00Paul LeonardJo BlasipenguinsAquarium lecture seriesAfter their memorable and meaningful journeys to South Africa, Aquarium staffers Paul Leonard and Jo Blasi are stepping up to the microphone here in Boston. They will share their experiences during a free talk at the Aquarium tomorrow, Thursday, March 15, as part of the Aquarium Lecture Series. The talk is open to the public, though we encourage attendees to register.    Paul (above left) http://news.neaq.org/2012/03/aquarium-travelers-talk-penguins.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-1252730684708829055Wed, 07 Mar 2012 14:00:00 +00002012-03-07T09:00:05.463-05:00Tough MudderTeam Tiburonracefundraising This is the first in a series of bi-weekly posts from a team of Aquarium staff and supporters who are participating in an extreme obstacle course event called the Tough Mudder this spring. They will be posting about their training methods, animals that inspire them to work hard and they will be raising funds to support the Aquarium. You can help them out by donating to support their efforts.Thishttp://news.neaq.org/2012/03/extreme-race-to-raise-funds-for-new.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-5000339835692344818Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:58:00 +00002012-03-07T12:58:37.124-05:00whale watchLiving SocialPromotionsLiving Social is offering a fantastic deal to kick-start the whale watching season: Get a New England Aquarium Whale Watch ticket for just $22. That more than half off! Please note that you'll have to use your ticket by June 15, but there's plenty of whale watching to happen between now and then. The season starts March 31! Click here to see the offer.   Stellwagen Bank National Marine http://news.neaq.org/2012/03/act-fast-for-this-whale-watch-deal.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-1199844650340138627Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:38:00 +00002012-02-09T11:15:06.848-05:00Roast BeefMiss Massachusettsnursing homeRoast Beef had a most unusual outing in yesterday. The well-traveled African penguin has been specially trained to travel to schools and community-based events in his mobile, air conditioned cubicle. His handlers say he's a natural under the spotlight; he doesn’t get agitated too easily and always seems to enjoy the attention. But yesterday's special trip to a nursing home was a first for him.http://news.neaq.org/2012/02/roast-beef-visits-nursing-home.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-6925827134444696741Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:28:00 +00002012-02-09T13:07:38.685-05:00media releaseship noisescientific papersright whalesThis is a media release about a study published by Aquarium right whale researchers. Their findings garnered international media attention. Stay on top of right whale news on the Aquarium's Right Whale Research Blog. You can also show your commitment to this critically endangered species by sponsoring a right whale. In a research paper just published in Proceedings of Royal Society B in London, http://news.neaq.org/2012/02/media-release-data-show-noise-from.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-30316317541334760Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:09:00 +00002012-02-08T16:14:15.691-05:00snacktreatschool vacationIMAXpopcorn There's a tasty reason to come to the Aquarium's IMAX Theatre to bask in the glow of a super-sized nature film during the upcoming school vacation. Get a coupon for free popcorn at the Simons IMAX Theatre when you buy IMAX/Aquarium admission combo tickets! This special offer is valid during the school vacation week from Saturday, Feb. 18, through Sunday, Feb. 26. Offer: Buy an Aquarium/http://news.neaq.org/2011/02/snack-happy-at-aquarium-this-vacation.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-3225503742214159988Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:51:00 +00002012-02-03T11:53:57.682-05:00GOTBoston GlobeGiant Ocean TankThe front page of this morning's Boston Globe featured a terrific article about the renovations we are planning for this fall here at the New England Aquarium. The article explains that the $15 million renovation will touch all corners of the building, from a new ground-floor exhibit to new lighting to an ambitious refurbishing of the beloved Giant Ocean Tank. Construction on this transformative http://news.neaq.org/2012/02/aquarium-renovation-is-front-page-news.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-471359403878328121Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:05:00 +00002012-02-02T17:46:02.231-05:00songsclassesstoriesSea SquirtstoddlersStarting on Monday, February 6, young children aged 1 to 2 years old will have their very own class at the Aquarium! It's called Sea Squirts Preview, a special introduction just for toddlers to our popular Sea Squirts series. This brand new, one-hour class was created for young children based on feedback from the community. Parents and kids will meet to socialize with other young children (and http://news.neaq.org/2012/02/new-class-for-toddlers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-4583709146280058194Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:35:00 +00002012-02-01T09:35:53.102-05:00special offerdiscountsticketsdiscountLiving SocialIMAXSimons IMAX TheatreOcean fans can save money on tickets to the Simons IMAX Theatre with this special Living Social Deal! Pay $5 for one IMAX ticket, regularly $10. Click through to check out the deal!http://news.neaq.org/2012/02/living-social-simons-imax-theatre-deal.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1940810477125309657.post-5281251385745782330Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:37:00 +00002012-02-01T08:33:05.188-05:00weddingspress releaseeventsproposalBOSTON | Courtney Gambardella, 29, knew her boyfriend, Brian Bradley, 30, was acting unusually during their visit to the New England Aquarium, but she couldn’t figure out why. He was fidgety, refused to take off his jacket, and kept checking the time on his phone. Bradley directed Gambardella to the Aquarium’s Giant Ocean Tank, stopping at window 15, where they stood for several minutes. http://news.neaq.org/2012/01/new-england-aquarium-diver-helps-nj-man.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (NEAQ)3